How can i make my breast stop hurting? after i feed my baby, my breasts really hurt. i want to continue with breastfeeding because i know it's best, but what is causing this pain and is there anything i can do about it?

It : It is hard to diagnose obviously, but the most common problem is a poor or incorrect latch. This usually results in nipple area pain during and after feeding. Correct latching may have discomfort for a few seconds, but then settles down. If incorrect, nipple pain can persist during and after feeding. Nipples can become cracked or bleed, and this can make it worse. #2-engorgement can also cause breast pain. If you baby is not cleaning out your breasts or you aren't feeding enough, the breasts can become overfull and cause discomfort. Increasing feeding frequency or pumping can temporarily alleviate this. #3-some moms can develop fungal infections on their breasts that need to be treated by a doctor with antifungal medication. #4-finally, mastitis is an infection of the breast that can result in red, warm, painful breast with fevers/chills, etc. This must be treated with antibiotics and is an urgent issue to be seen by your doctor. One note, if you exclusively breastfeed, you should talk to your doctor about vitamin d supplementation for yourself and the baby.

Breast pain: You may be producing an excess of milk. Try using a breast pump after you are through feeding your baby. That might give some relief.